Accounts Assistant — Hybrid Role with Growth & Training

Michael Page (UK); Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Accounts Assistant in Nottingham. This hybrid role involves managing purchase ledgers, reconciliations, and sales ledger duties, providing essential support within a friendly finance team. Candidates should possess strong knowledge of accounting principles, proficiency in accounting software, and strong attention to detail. The role offers a competitive hourly rate of £14.00 to £17.00, plus 25 days holiday, and a pathway from temporary to permanent employment.

Benefits

25 days holiday paid per year

Bank holidays off

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in using accounting software and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in financial tasks.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good organisational and time-management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Looking after the purchase ledger, matching and coding invoices.
• Raising purchase orders.
• Managing the cashbook and reconciliations.
• Sales ledger duties including raising invoices and producing credit notes.

Skills

Basic knowledge of accounting principles

Proficiency in accounting software

Strong numerical skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Good organizational skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

A recruitment agency is seeking an Accounts Assistant in Nottingham. This hybrid role involves managing purchase ledgers, reconciliations, and sales ledger duties, providing essential support within a friendly finance team. Candidates should possess strong knowledge of accounting principles, proficiency in accounting software, and strong attention to detail. The role offers a competitive hourly rate of £14.00 to £17.00, plus 25 days holiday, and a pathway from temporary to permanent employment.